Life Distance, 5k and Fun Run

Saturday, January 25, 2025 Past event
4:00 PM EST
Palatka, Florida
$16.90–$54.00 · 4 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at the Life Distance, 5K, and Fun Run event on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Palatka, Florida! Taking place at the picturesque Coventry Oaks Farm, this vibrant event features a 5K run and the unique Rice Creek Ramble, both set along the beautiful, paved Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail. Runners of all ages are invited to participate in a fun-filled day that promotes health, wellness, and support for A Women's Resource Center, which offers vital services for those facing unplanned pregnancies.

The festivities kick off with race day packet pick up from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, followed by all races starting at 4:00 PM. Participants can enjoy a delicious post-race BBQ chicken dinner, and every runner will receive a T-shirt, finisher's medal, and the chance to win awards in multiple age categories. With live music and a supportive community atmosphere, this event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make a positive impact in your community!

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  • Life Distance - Rice Creek Ramble (6.8 Miles) *includes BBQ chicken dinner*

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    4:00 PM EST

    $54.00

    Entries closed
  • Pray Like Bay 5k *includes BBQ chicken dinner*

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    4:00 PM EST

    $43.40

    Entries closed
  • Fun Run and Walk (1 Mile) *includes BBQ chicken dinner*

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    4:00 PM EST

    $38.10

    Entries closed
  • Meal only

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    4:00 PM EST

    $16.90

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Organiser's description

LIFE DISTANCE AND 5K

BENEFICIARY
Proceeds from the race will benefit A Women's Resource Center. AWRC is an interdenominational evangelical ministry that serves women and men in unplanned pregnancies, including offering limited ultrasounds; shares the love and hope of salvation through Jesus Christ; promotes adoption as a viable option; provides peer counseling and Bible Study for post-abortive women; provides material services for people in need; offers abstinence programs for area youth and communication training for parents of adolescents. Every day, AWRC reaches out to women and their families in our community facing the overwhelming uncertainty of an unplanned pregnancy.

WHEN

Saturday, January 25, 2025 - 4:00 PM

WHERE
Coventry Oaks Farm
104 Springside Cutoff Road
Palatka, Florida 32177

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- Race day packet pick up / registration: Saturday, January 25th from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
- All Races begin at 4:00 PM

ENTRY FEES
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee before December 31 - $45
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee from January 1 - 19 - $50
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee race day - $65

- 5K entry fee before December 31 - $35
- 5K entry fee from January 1 - 19 - $40
- 5K entry fee race day - $45

- Fun Run and Walk - $30

- Meal only - $15 (Day of meals subject to availability)

***ALL EVENTS INCLUDE OUR SIGNATURE BBQ CHICKEN DINNER***

In the event of inclement weather, emergency, or natural disaster, AWRC and RaceSmith reserves the right to cancel or postpone the race. In the event of cancellation or postponement, there will be no refunds.

COURSES
Both the Rice Creek Ramble and 5K are out and back courses along the new, beautiful, paved and shaded Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail. Water stops will be available throughout the course.

AMENITIES
Amenities will include: T-shirt, finisher's medal, and post-race meal of 1/4 BBQ chicken/sides/drink. Availability and size of shirts are only guaranteed to those who register by January 7, 2024. We will also have live music for the post race festivities.

AWARDS
Awards will be given for both the Rice Creek Ramble and 5K. Overall Male and Female finishers and the top overall runners in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and older.

RACE TIMING AND SCORING
The race will be professionally timed and scored by Hasselmania Productions LLC The race will be timed using disposable, electronic tags attached to the bib number. Please wear your bib number to the front, pinned at all four corners, visible, and unaltered. Printed results will be posted at the race site and live online during the race at www.RaceSmith.com http://www.RaceSmith.com



FOR MORE INFORMATION
Email: [email protected]

Location

104 Springside Cutoff Road, Palatka, 32177, FL, United States

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